Theos-Talk Archives (April 1996 Message tl01409)

In message <2.2.32.19960429070420.00689028@mail.slip.net>, alexis
dolgorukii <alexei@slip.net> writes
>I am not taking this out on you Alan, but I consider you a good friend and I
>really needed someone to express myself to.
>
>fondly
>
>alexis etc.
>
On March 1st 1983 I was awarded the title of "Knight Grand Officer
(Magisterial Grace) in the Dynastic Order of Chivalry of the Royal
Equestrian Order of St. Blaise of Caria by letters patent from the
sovereign and Roayl House of Bythynia and Lydia by authority of His
Majesty King Theodore I (Duke of Imbros)."

Now this guy, more recently described only as a Prince, claimed
jurisdiction over a territory that ceased to exist around the thirteenth
century, and at the time of the award was part of the U.S.S.R.  He may
well be a direct descendant of a (black) Royal Family.

I regarded my knighthood as a load of crap, and made no bones about it.

My ancestors were kings of Scotland.  Without wishing to cause you any
offence, or personal disrespect - so what?  I understand that you are
proud of your heritage, as no doubt are several thousand "Bains" around
the world - most of whom have heard of the family history.

Your own princely title receives a high profile in your writings on
theos-l, but in all honesty, I much prefer John's friend Alexis.  I
sincerely hope this does not upset you, as I intend a compliment, not a
put down.

Fondly,

Alan
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